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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    37 Comforting Ground Beef Recipes for the Whole Family

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on February 22, 2025, updated February 11, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can be transformed into a variety of comforting meals the whole family will enjoy. From classic casseroles to hearty burgers, these 37 recipes offer something for everyone, making weeknight dinners easier and more satisfying. Whether you're in the mood for a warm chili or a savory meatloaf, you'll find plenty of ideas to keep your family happy and full.

    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole combines all the delicious flavors of tacos into a simple one-dish meal. It's packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, making it perfect for a potluck or a quick weeknight dinner.

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    Instant Pot Bolognese

    A bowl of instant pot bolognese served over pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot bolognese is a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic pasta sauce. With just a few simple pantry ingredients, you can whip up a rich and hearty meal in no time.

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    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole

    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This casserole is slow-cooked and packed with all the great flavors of a classic Mexican pizza. It’s amazing how just five ingredients can create such a tasty meal!

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    Stuffed Pepper Casserole

    Stuffed Pepper Casserole.
    Photo Credit: I Heart Naptime.

    Stuffed pepper casserole combines the comforting flavors of the classic dish while saving you time in the kitchen. It's a great option for a quick and easy dinner during the week.

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    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs

    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    These meatballs are incredibly tasty and super easy to prepare. You can cook them on the stove, in an air fryer, or in the oven, and they’ll be ready in under an hour.

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    Baked Spaghetti Casserole

    Baked Spaghetti Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dutch Oven Daddy.

    This dish is warm and satisfying, offering all the comfort of lasagna but with much less effort. It's a great option for a cozy dinner that everyone will enjoy.

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    Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

    Homemade spaghetti sauce over pasta.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish features flavorful ground beef, delicious canned tomatoes, and a blend of fresh and dried herbs that create a wonderful taste. It brings the warmth of a family dinner right into your home.

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    Ground Beef Tacos

    Ground beef tacos with salsa.
    Photo credit: House of Yumm.

    Classic Ground Beef Tacos are filled with flavorful homemade taco meat and served in crispy fried taco shells. This is a quick and easy meal that the whole family will enjoy, ready in under 30 minutes!

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    Umami Burgers

    Umami Burgers.
    Photo credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

    This recipe features juicy burgers made with a mix of ground beef and pork, seasoned with miso and spices for added flavor. It's a delicious option for a satisfying meal.

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    Spaghetti Pie

    Spaghetti Pie.
    Photo credit: A Cedar Spoon.

    Spaghetti Pie is a great meal for busy weeknights, easy to prepare and satisfying for the whole family. It's loaded with protein and will keep everyone full.

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    Easy Cowboy Casserole

    Cowboy casserole in a white oven dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This cowboy casserole is easy to prepare and takes about an hour to bake, giving you plenty of time to relax while it cooks. It uses basic ingredients that you likely already have at home.

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    5 Layer Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce

    5 Layer Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce.
    Photo Credit: Masala Herb.

    This lasagna is a cozy dish featuring creamy sauce, tasty meat, and layers of pasta that blend together beautifully. It's a satisfying meal that's perfect for any dinner.

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    Instant Pot Chili

    A bowl with chili topped with lime and cheese.
    Photo Credit: Fresh off The Grid.

    Instant Pot Chili is a great option for a filling meal that doesn't require much work. It's perfect for making ahead of time and just warming up when it's time to eat.

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    Spaghetti Pie

    Sliced spaghetti pie on a round pan.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This cheesy spaghetti pie combines the classic tastes of spaghetti and meat sauce in a fun pie format. It's a great way to turn leftover spaghetti into a delicious dinner for busy nights.

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    Hamburger Stew with Rice

    Hamburger Stew with Rice.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    Hamburger Stew with Rice is a straightforward and budget-friendly dinner that uses basic ingredients. It's a hearty meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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    Cheeseburger Casserole

    Cheeseburger Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Much Butter.

    Cheeseburger Casserole will remind you of a taste of home, a very comfortable dish with a single pot, simple, cheesy beefy, and tasty! Forever classic favorite food for your dinner!

    Mushroom Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef

    Mushroom Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit: Nourished By Nic.

    This dish offers a healthier take on traditional pasta by using a mushroom spaghetti sauce with ground beef. It's a great way to add more vegetables to your meal, even if you're not a fan of mushrooms.

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    Italian Stuffed Peppers

    Italian Stuffed Peppers.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    Colorful Italian Stuffed Peppers are a hearty and tasty meal. They are filled with a seasoned mix of ground beef and rice, then baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese until they're nice and tender.

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    Ground Beef Stuffed Shells

    STUFFED SHELLS WITH GROUND BEEF.
    Photo credit: 2 Cookin Mamas.

    This comforting dinner features tender pasta shells filled with flavorful ground beef, all topped with rich pasta sauce and tangy Parmesan cheese. It's a satisfying meal that can be ready in just 35 minutes.

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    3-Ingredient Chili

    Chili.
    Photo credit: Manila Spoon.

    This chili is simple to prepare and can be made on the stovetop or in a slow cooker. It's a flavorful dish that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Baked Shells Stuffed with Meatballs

    Baked Shells Stuffed with Meatballs.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    Pasta shells filled with cheese and meatballs, all covered in a quick tomato sauce, are a classic dish. This is a comforting meal that's perfect for any dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    This soup combines all the great flavors of stuffed bell peppers and is cooked slowly in your Crock Pot. It's a filling and simple meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole

    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Savory with Soul.

    This Philly Cheesesteak Casserole combines all the flavors of a classic cheesesteak sandwich, featuring plenty of ground beef, cheese, bell peppers, and onions. It's a creamy and filling dish that's perfect for dinner.

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    Air Fryer Meatballs

    A stack of meatballs.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These air fryer meatballs are quick and easy to prepare, taking less than an hour. They’re juicy and tender, and look great on your dinner plate.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

    Eggplant Moussaka with Lamb.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Eggplant Moussaka is a hearty dinner packed with vegetables and ground beef, all topped with plenty of cheese. This version skips the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, using more eggplant instead for a tasty and healthy Mediterranean meal that's easy to prepare.

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    Slow Cooker Salsa Meatloaf

    Slow Cooker Salsa Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Salsa Meatloaf gives a fun twist to the classic dish by using salsa instead of ketchup. This easy recipe is perfect for dinner and can be prepared quickly with minimal effort.

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    Homemade Hamburgers

    air fryer hamburger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish features juicy ground beef that’s cooked just right and ready to be topped with your favorite burger fixings. With just ground beef, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, it’s an easy meal for any night.

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    Beef Tamale Casserole

    Beef Tamale Casserole.
    Photo credit: Jam Jar Kitchen.

    Tamale Pie is a quick and tasty dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy. With just a boxed cornbread mix, ground beef, and a few common ingredients, you can whip up a filling meal in no time.

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    Lasagna without Ricotta

    Lasagna without Ricotta.
    Photo Credit: Elle and Pear.

    This lasagna uses a creamy béchamel sauce instead of ricotta, combined with a hearty meat sauce. It features layers of meat sauce and béchamel, all topped with crispy, golden parmesan cheese.

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    Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Dinner

    Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Dinner.
    Photo Credit: Cooking Up Memories.

    Cabbage Roll Skillet Dinner brings you the classic taste of stuffed cabbage in a simple, one-pan meal. It’s ready in just over 30 minutes, making it a great option for a filling dinner on a busy night.

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    American Goulash

    Goulash.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Ground beef is simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce, combined with soft pasta, and finished off with a sprinkle of Cheddar cheese. This dish is a great option for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Hamburger Minestrone

    Slow Cooker Hamburger Minestrone.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    This soup is packed with fresh veggies, ground beef, and pasta. It's a filling and cozy meal that has everything you need in one bowl!

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    Ground Beef Flautas

    Ground beef flautas.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    These crispy flautas are filled with ground beef and melted cheese, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy them with a refreshing avocado cilantro sauce.

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    Baked Ziti with Ground Beef

    Baked Ziti with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit: Ground Beef Recipes.

    Oven baked ziti is a crowd-pleaser that's easy to prepare. Topped with gooey cheese, this dish is perfect for a satisfying dinner.

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    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers without Rice
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Stuffed peppers can be ready in just 45 minutes with this simple recipe. Packed with tex-mex flavors and topped with cheese, they’re great on their own or with some tortilla chips.

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    Spaghetti Bolognese Bake

    Spaghetti Bolognese Bake.
    Photo Credit: Slow the Cook Down.

    This spaghetti bolognese bake is a comforting family meal that everyone will love. It combines a hearty meat sauce with spaghetti, topped with cheese and baked until golden.

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    Ground Beef Hotpot

    Ground beef hot pot.
    Photo Credit: Fab Food 4 All.

    This one pan dinner is loaded with root vegetables and peas, bringing a cozy feel to the table. A touch of horseradish sauce adds a nice kick, making it a great choice for family meals.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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